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BREAKING NEWS: Leicester has been named the England Curry Capital for 2026, retaining the title that we held for the past two years! The city beat Manchester, Birmingham, Bradford and London, taking 73.6% of the public vote! #curry ##currycapital #leicester #indianfood
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Leicester has done it again! Crowned England’s Curry Capital with a huge 73.6% of the public vote. A massive win for our restaurants, culture and community. Proud of this city. @visit_leicester @VisitEngland @ShivaniRaja_LE @missenglandnews #CurryCapital @EngCurryCapital
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Leicester beats Bradford, Manchester, London AND Birmingham to stay England’s Curry Capital. A runaway 73.6% vote! The city’s food scene just keeps rising. @EngCurryCapital @visit_leicester #CurryCapital @johal_k_s @ShivaniRaja_LE
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Leicester Retains England Curry Capital Title - with 73% of the vote! The FIFA World Cup 2026 might be coming home, but the crown for the best curry capital remains firmly planted here in Leicester the home of curry lovers. England, let's go! As you watch the next game, have your beers ready and order in a curry. Leicester has been confirmed as England’s Curry Capital for the next two years!  The city was successful in its bid to retain the title of England Curry Capital and was confirmed as the winner in a special presentation ceremony at the city’s Chutney Ivy restaurant (Thursday 18 June). @EngCurryCapital @visit_leicester Read in full here leicestermedia.online/post/l…
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Exciting news! Broadcast and travel writer Vallisa Chauhan will be hosting the official England Curry Capital announcement event on 18 June 2026. Keep following our social media to find out which city will be crowned England’s Curry Capital for 2026–2028! @chutneyivy
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MP Shivani Raja Advocates Stronger Support and Honest Discussion on Mental Wellbeing The Leicester East MP, who says the issue has become even more important to her since becoming a mother, believes much more needs to be done to create communities where people feel able to speak openly about their wellbeing without fear of judgement. She says that no one should be left to cope alone and that strong and accessible support networks are essential. She is especially keen to encourage honest conversations among young people, including discussions that cross cultural, faith, and generational lines. As Mental Health Awareness Week is marked, the MP repeated her commitment to helping build a society where people feel heard, supported, and understood. #Mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealth . . Disclaimer: This video clip and the information shared here are for general awareness about mental health and public discussion. They should not be considered professional advice. If you need help or support, please seek assistance from a qualified professional.
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As today is the last day of Mental Health Awareness Week, I hope we all continue to raise awareness of this much‑needed issue. Look after yourself and others.
This Mental Health Awareness Week, it was a privilege to host an event in Parliament, raising awareness of the importance of mental health and the need for continued support, understanding, and open conversation. Together, we can help break the stigma and ensure no one feels they have to struggle alone. 💚
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Leicester Remembers Reverend Jesse Jackson After Global Civil Rights Icon Dies at 84 leicestertimes.com/leicester…
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Tribute to Late Manjula Sood by Leicestershire Chief Constable #ManjulaSood
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Really great to catch up with the Pukaar team today! 🤝 Did you know Pukaar magazine are based in Leicestershire? Keeping residents informed with local, national and international news! 📰 Keep an eye out for my full interview soon, and thank you to the Pukaar team for having me! 👀🙏 @PukaarMagazine @PukaarNews @PukaarGroup
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Leicester’s city centre buzzed with festive excitement as hundreds gathered to celebrate the 2025 Christmas lights switch-on. The atmosphere was filled with holiday spirit, highlighted by a Christmas Market youtu.be/dJ3Trq6LeaI?si=qtpX…
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Wishing everyone a Diwali filled with light, joy, and prosperity! Happy Diwali! 📷📷 #HappyDiwali
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What a night at the @LeicesterCurry awards last night, celebrating the very best South Asian cuisine from across #Leicestershire. Congratulations to all the winners (including a double scoop for @chutneyivy and @AvatarDining #leicester #LeicesterEvents #LeicesterCurryAwards – at Leicester, England
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News | A collaboration between the University of Leicester and the city’s @JohnLewisRetail department store has received a Black History Month award. 👉 le.ac.uk/news/2024/november/… #CitizensOfChange #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2024 @PukaarGroup
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Sisters Reign Supreme in the City’s Bustling Curry Scene! leicestertimes.com/leicester… #leicestercurry @AmrutLeicester
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Exciting news! Vallisa Chauhan, Radio DJ on the BBC’s Asian Network is to host our first ever after party! 🥳 . . . #LeicestershireCurryAwards #PukaarGroup #PukaarNews #PukaarMagazine #LeicesterTimes #Leicestershire @vallisachauhan
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Tune in to BBC Radio Leicester this morning from 9.30am to hear more about this year’s awards. Less than a week to go until our finalists are revealed! 🤩 @BBCLeicester @MattioliWoods
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Strictly Come Dancing star Kai Widdrington was delighted to eat at Geoffery’s -the first South Asian restaurant on Leicester’s Golden Mile, after hearing about the city’s new status as England’s #CurryCapital! Hopefully he returns to sample more of the city’s culinary delights!
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